Teaching and Learning
The MESD Teaching and Learning Team consists of PK-12 instructional specialists, coaches, and administrators. We support Multnomah County schools by offering a variety of high-quality services, programs, and professional development opportunities aimed at improving student success.
Our team is passionate about helping educators—including teachers, paraeducators, coaches, and administrators—use equitable, student-centered approaches to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
We want to partner with you! Please contact any of our team members below for more information on accessing our services. You can also reach out to Patty Paul, our Administrative Assistant, for general inquiries. Current professional learning opportunities are available on PD Networks.
Career Technical Education (CTE) Regional Program Manager
Kealani Balfour
abalfour@mesd.k12.or.us
971-442-5333
Social Science Specialist
Dr. Brad Parker
bparker@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
K-12 Literacy Specialist
Penny Plavala
pplavala@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1777
Early Literacy Specialist
Sherrie Kendall
skendall@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
Preschool for All Coach
Francine Buker
fbuker@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
Preschool for All Coach
Gabriela Vieira
gvieira@mesd.k12.or.us
971-421-2936
Educational Technology Specialist
Katy Tibbs
ktibbs@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
Paraeducator Professional Learning Program Manager
Ben Baldizon
bbaldizon@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1645
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Angela Hubbs
ahubbs@mesd.k12.or.us
503-257-1692 office